2000 Alpina B3 vs. 1955 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 2000 Alpina B3 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat Campagnola.
Because 1955 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat Campagnola. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B3 | 1955 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Alpina | Fiat |
| Model | B3 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2054 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2260 mm |
